Checked the part number again, the ones in stock reflect the latter part number, i.e., LVA12302. The long line, attaches to the right hand side and routes around to the rear of the tractor, terminating under the top 3-point hitch link bracket, between the top link housing and PTO shield, then the new filter assembly, and the left hand line, the shorter of the two. Both lines are attached to existing fittings as described in my original post.
The new filter assembly is approximately four inches long, 1 ¼ inch in diameter, both ends have male fittings with O rings, the outlet end (marked out on fitting)(outlet end will face to the left side of the tractor when installed) is a dual male fitting with a hex head machined into the fitting allowing the housing to be dissembled for filter element change. If you ever have one apart there are two springs and a filter inside, the filter is like a step down cone, the large spring fits over the step down and is inserted first, followed by the filter, and the smaller diameter spring. However, when you purchase the filter, it comes assembled ready for installation.
As you will have to talk with you dealer to obtain the parts, have them look in the 4000ten series parts catalog, 4310 Compact Utility Tractor, Section 70, Page 39, under the name “Hydraulic Lines (Rockshaft)”, they will see a parts breakdown “MP27279. “ They should be able to print this out for you. It will show what I’m trying to describe. It’s really not difficult, did one Saturday. Also if you dealer still has any of the late production 4200, 4300, or 4400 tractors or the Ten Series of these, you can look at the rear and see the new filter and how it is installed.
As for opinion on new vs. old, maybe it’s just me, but everything seems to work better. Even more important is the peace of mine knowing the new one will not fail and cause downtime.
